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Consumer Health

A guide to consumer health resources in UVic Libraries.

Patient Empowerment

PatientsLikeMe
"At PatientsLikeMe, people with every type of condition are coming together to share their health experiences, find patients like them and learn how to take control of their health. The result is improved care for patients as well as an acceleration of real-world medical research."

-"Compare treatments, symptoms and experiences with people like you and take control of your health."
-"Share your experience, give and get support to improve your life and the lives of others."
-"Chart your health over time and contribute to research that can advance medicine for all."

Health tools

Lab Tests Online
A public resource on clinical lab testing from the laboratory professionals who do the testing.
What is Your Stress Level?

Videos

3D Medical Animation Library
Health Animations of various health conditions like allergies, diabetes, depression and more from HealthCentral.com.
Medical & Health Slideshows
Each slideshow covers a medical or health topic and includes images, illustrations, or pictures and summary information discussing the topic. Links to additional related information on the topic at the end of each slideshow.

Creative Commons License

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